Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
123
away
Chemistry
Elite
Boston CelticsCeltics
128
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 29 | 37 | 28 | 123 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 34 | 36 | 25 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Hornets 128-123. The Hornets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Hornets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.